Mid-year Doppelganger information operations in Europe and the US
Essential information
- Published
- 30/07/2024 14:44
- Modified
- 30/07/2024 16:28
- Tags
- 2024-07-30 disinformation elections redirection russian actors social media
- Related entities
- 200 observables, 1 intrusion sets (apt), 19 techniques (mitre), 7 others
Description
This investigation delves into information operations conducted by Russian actors known as Doppelgänger, focusing on their activities from early June to late-July 2024. It examines their tactics, associated infrastructure, and motivations, particularly in relation to the unexpected snap general election in France during this period. The analysis reveals a persistent and complex effort to disseminate disinformation through social media, impersonating legitimate news websites and employing intricate redirection chains. The operations primarily target conservative and nationalist sentiments, aiming to destabilize Western democracies by exploiting existing societal and political divisions.